DRESS CODE

IMPORTANT: Leman Academy Dress Code is applicable all through the school year up to and including 8th Grade Commencement. Please see administration if you have any questions pertaining to the Dress Code. Thank you for your partnership.

A scholar’s clothing at LAE must be of such a nature that it is not disruptive to the educational atmosphere of the classroom, distracting to other scholars, and adheres to standards of modesty and good taste. The expectations and standards for the dress and appearance of LAE scholars are geared toward promoting a positive, productive and safe academic and social environment. Scholars of LAE are expected to dress in a manner that demonstrates respect for themselves and others within our school’s learning environment.

Clothing should be modest, neat, clean and in good repair. It is our belief that the responsibility for compliance with the scholars’ dress and appearance belongs to both parents and scholars. Parents and guardians, please be aware of what your child is planning to wear as he/she leaves for school. In all matters of dress and/or personal appearance, the administration of LAE is the final authority on what is appropriate or not appropriate for scholars to wear at school. The administrative team reserves the right to ask scholars to change their clothing if their clothing is considered inappropriate or unsafe.

Standardized Dress Code Guidelines

You may choose from the following items for your child’s choice of clothing/dress at LAE. You may mix and match from the items on the list. Please note that all items need to adhere to the dress code. If you have any questions about an item or the dress requirements please contact the main office prior to purchase. We appreciate your support and look forward to partnering with you regarding the dress code of LAE

BOTTOMS

Pants – Cargo Pants- Capris - Shorts - Skirts - Skorts
Approved Colors: Solid Brown, Khaki, Navy, Black, Tan, Olive or Grey
Please see below for full details

TOPS

Short/Long Sleeve Polo Shirts - Sweaters - Sweatshirts
Approved Colors: Any SOLID Color
Please see below for full details

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DRESSES

Short/Long Sleeve Polo Dresses or Uniform Jumpers
Approved Colors: Any SOLID Color
Please see below for full details

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If you have any questions about an item or the dress requirements please contact the main office prior to purchase. We appreciate your support and look forward to partnering with you regarding the dress code of Leman Academy of Excellence.

NOTE: Scholars are not permitted to wear jeans except on Fridays for Free Dress Day.

DRESS CODE GUIDELINES:

Modesty is the basic rule for all clothing. By all accounts, clothing must be modestly
loose, covering midriff and all undergarments including camisoles. Clothing may not be
sheer.
Scholars DO NOT have to keep their shirt tucked in through the school day.
Any print or solid leggings are allowed for young ladies under their skorts, skirts or
shorts. Leggings alone are not permitted (except on Fridays with a shirt or top at least
fingertip length that covers 360°).
Hats, caps and/or sunglasses may ONLY be worn outside. NOTE: Exceptions for
specific headwear may be made by administration on a case-by-case basis.
Pants, Capris, Shorts, Skirts and Skorts must be worn at the waist
Jumpers must be worn over a collard shirt.
Scholars are permitted to wear socks of their choosing as long as the socks do not
offend or have any unwholesome messaging. Solid, bright colors and patterns are
acceptable. Socks must be suitable for the scholars’ activities during the school day.
Outdoor wear is permitted with patterns and designs as long as they remain without
inappropriate language or images on them. The Leman logo, a College name or
University logo/name, or a small logo of a brand name that is seen in the upper left
corner are acceptable.
Shoes must be worn at all times. Scholars are permitted to wear athletic or dress/leather
shoes worn with socks. Sandals (that adhere securely at the heel) are also permitted
with or without socks. NO "flip-flops", crocs, clogs, slides, slippers, cleats or "rollers" may be
worn to school.
Hair should be neatly styled and may be any natural color. Hair bows, barrettes,
headbands and “scrunchies” are permitted so long as they are not a distraction.
No earrings, extreme make-up, or outerwear will be permitted that may be a distraction to the learning environment.
NOTE: No hair color, cut or hairstyle is to be worn that may be a distraction to the learning environment.

Monday-Thursday

POLO SHIRT: Scholars are permitted to wear any solid-color short sleeve or long sleeve polo shirt with a collar. Shirts DO NOT need to be tucked in. Polo shirts with the Leman Academy logo are acceptable.

PANTS, CAPRIS, SHORTS, SKIRTS, SKORTS, JUMPERS
Solid colors only. Traditional uniform style. Cargo, plain, or pleated are acceptable. Shorts, skorts, and jumpers must have a minimum of a 5” inseam. Skirts must be an appropriate length for the height of the scholar and should be no shorter than 4” above the knee. NOTE: No Jeans or athletic are to be worn except on Fridays for Free Dress (see below). Skirts may not be worn on PE days.

Polo Shirts
Solid colors only. May be short or long sleeve, but must have a collar, and cover the scholar’s midriff. Polos may be any brand but have no writing other than a logo. NOTE: No T-Shirts may be worn except for on Fridays for Free Dress (see below).

SHOES
Shoes must be worn at all times. Acceptable footwear may be athletic, casual or dress, and they must be attached at the back of the feet for safety reasons. Sandals (that adhere securely at the heel) are also permitted with or without socks. Shoes should be appropriate for participating in PE on PE days. NOTE: No "flip-flops", crocs, clogs, slides, slippers, cleats or "rollers" may be worn to school.

OUTDOOR WEAR
Sweaters, Sweatshirts, Hoodies, Jackets, etc. may be worn over a uniform polo shirt. Outdoor wear may not have any inappropriate imagery and/or offensive language. NOTE: No hoods may be worn on the scholar’s head while in the building.

BOYS

HAIR/EARRINGS/OUTERWEAR: Boys are to have their hair neatly groomed and trimmed, with the hair out of the eyes and off the collar. Hair may be any natural color. Extreme hairstyles, cuts or colors are NOT permitted (e.g. Mohawk, color that is not natural). NOTE: No hair color or hairstyle, earrings or outerwear will be permitted that may be a distraction to the learning environment.

SHORTS: Boys can wear traditional uniform shorts as well as cargo shorts with pockets that lay flat.

GIRLS

HAIR/EARRINGS/OUTERWEAR: Hair should be neatly styled and may be any natural color. Hair bows, barrettes, headbands and “scrunchies” are permitted so long as they are not a distraction. NOTE: No hair color, cut or hairstyle, earrings, extreme make-up, or outerwear will be permitted that may be a distraction to the learning environment.

SKIRT/SKORT/DRESSES/SHORTS: The inseam needs to be at least a five-inch inseam; for shorts, this falls at 4-6 inches above the knee (depending on your child’s height).

PANTS: Girls may also wear cotton twill traditional uniform style capri pants, as well as any traditional uniform style stretch twill pants with pockets.

BLOUSE: Scholars are permitted to wear a round or pointed collar blouse with a button up front (no snaps). Blouses must be made of material that is not sheer. No visible camisole is permitted underneath.

NOTE: Girls are not permitted to wear heels, short shorts, or fishnet stockings.

Friday Free Dress Day Guidelines

Scholars are permitted to wear their favorite T-shirt with traditional blue jeans, cargo pants, shorts, including athletic shorts. All T-shirts MUST have a crew neckline or V-neck; scoop neck T-shirts are not permitted. NOTE: Scholars may wear a polo shirt on Fridays if they desire.

Shirt must fall over the pants’ waistband and not show skin when you raise your arms.
Shirts must have regulation length sleeves and length (i.e. - no tank tops, no sleeveless shirts, no spaghetti strap shirts, no halter-tops or crop tops).
No sheer materials allowed.
If there is a message on your shirt it must be appropriate for the learning environment of LAE (e.g., College/University, sports team, etc).
Pants or shorts must not fit extremely tight.
Warm-up pants, athletic shorts or basketball shorts are allowed on Fridays.
All pants, jeans and shorts must be properly hemmed and be free from holes and rips. No “low-rider” jeans will be allowed. Jeans should fit properly and appropriately.
Leggings are permitted on Fridays with an appropriate top that is fingertip length and covers 360°.
No spandex or skin-tight clothing.

SPECIAL NOTE TO PARENTS
We would like to ask and certainly do appreciate each of our parents dressing appropriately when they come to school functions or volunteer their services at the school. Thank you for partnering with us in this area as well.